52// 10 Things to Consider Before Starting a Heavy Metal Detox

I recently had a friend of mine tell me that she had bought a product to detox heavy metals in her body.Our conversation reminded me of the importance of an episode on heavy metals and things to know BEFORE detoxing them!So, WHO needs a heavy metal detox?Everyone!Prior to jumping into a heavy metal detox, this episode is here to inform you of the caveats and prerequisites to detoxing metals from the body.Specific people who may be carrying heavy metals include those who have:Taken any form of hormonal or copper birth controlPill, IUD, etc.Mothers who were on the pill or hormonal/copper birth control prior to your conceptionHad gallbladder removedUsed deodorant with aluminum in itEaten food that has been cooked in, or stored in aluminum foilDrank/still drink unfiltered water (this includes Brita filter users - we’ll get into why)Used plastic to store foodChronically low calcium or potassiumThis episode is highly informative on metals, and it is my hope that you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed recording it! Remember to give it time and be gentle.Healing is a journey, not an event!Other episodes mentioned in this episode:C. Diff - 41// Do you have anxiety, depression, or ADHD? Here's one reason to check your gut.Low FODMAP - 02 // Why the Low FODMAP Diet Isn't Healing Your GutElimination Diet - 50// Why the Elimination Diet Isn't Healing Your GutStop trying so hard - 51// How to Stop the Cycle of Trying Harder In Your HealthOther links from the show:Schedule Your Qualifying Call with AllisonConnect with us on social media!Facebook: @betterbellytherapiesInstagram: @betterbellytherapiesWebsite: betterbellytherapies.com*This episode was first published at BetterBellyTherapies.com/podcast/52. Now - May 29, 2024:WIN A FULL SCHOLARSHIP + $2OO OFF CODE:Get a $200 Off Code for the Better Belly Blueprint when you submit a screenshot of a podcast review. PLUS - one lucky winner will WIN a FULL Scholarship to the Better Belly Blueprint (Value $997!!)How to Enter:Leave a Rating and Review onApple Podcasts OR Spotify between now and May 29!Take a screenshot of that rating and reviewGo to betterbellytherapies.com/giveaway and fill out our 200th Episode Giveaway Form with your name, email, and screenshot of your podcast review.Automatically receive an email with a code for $200 Off the Better Belly Blueprint (must be used by May 31, 2024 at midnight).The FULL Scholarship Winner will be announced on May 30 and messaged by email. If you win, you'll get FULL scholarship to the Better Belly Blueprint!Everyone else who submitted a podcast review still has the chance to get $200 Off the Blueprint until May 31 at midnight! 🎉P.S. If the scholarship winner already bought the Blueprint using the $200 off code, you will simply get a refund for what you DID pay for the Blueprint (only eligible for those who bought the Blueprint during the Giveaway window).Mentioned in this episode:🚨 50% OFF BBB until Aug. 31 @ 11:59 PM EST 🚨 Have you been trying to fix your bloating, constipation, acid reflux, or PMS — and nothing has worked? If so, this is for you! Better Belly Blueprint is 50% OFF!! and you'll also get $588 in fast-track bonuses, free: ✅ 3 months of live group coaching with me ✅ Upload your labs → get your personalized healing plan in minutes ✅ 100+ recipes built around your exact food sensitivities ✅ A pocket coach you can text anytime, so you always know your next step 👉 Go to betterbellytherapies.com/blueprint to get 50% off healing NOW + $588 in fast-track bonuses. Ends Aug. 31 @ 11:59 PM EST!